Total Rewards Manager

Lincoln International•Chicago, IL

3d•$110,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are trusted investment banking advisors to business owners and senior executives of leading private equity firms and public and privately held companies around the world. Our services include mergers and acquisitions advisory, private funds and capital markets advisory, and valuation and fairness opinions. As one tightly integrated team of more than 1,200 professionals across 16 countries, we offer an unmatched perspective on the global private capital markets, backed by superb execution and a deep commitment to client success. With extensive industry knowledge and relationships, timely market intelligence and strategic insights, we forge deep, productive client relationships that endure for decades. Learn more at www.lincolninternational.com . At Lincoln International, we know that the success of our global organization is a direct outcome of the strength of our people. We encourage diversity of thought and create talent density by attracting, retaining and engaging high performers from all demographics, backgrounds and perspectives. We value diversity, equity and inclusion as a catalyst to foster innovation and creative problem solving, access the best candidates and adapt to a highly dynamic, competitive environment. We know that employing a diverse team and valuing the unique perspectives of our people allows us to better understand and serve the needs of our clients. Lincoln International is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage you to read more about our commitment to diversity and Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) efforts . Lincoln International follows a hybrid work structure with an emphasis on in office collaboration. Our employees work in our offices Monday through Thursday each week, with the option to work remotely or from the office on Fridays. Duties & Responsibilities We are seeking a Total Rewards Manager responsible for administering and supporting the firm’s global compensation and benefits programs to attract, retain and motivate top talent. This role partners closely with HR leadership and business leaders to ensure total rewards programs are competitive, cost-effective and executed with excellence.

Requirements

5-7 years of progressive experience in compensation, benefits or total rewards roles; professional services or financial services experience preferred
Strong understanding of compensation administration, annual bonus cycles and benefits program operations
Proven experience supporting complex year-end compensation planning with accuracy and discretion
Strong analytical skills with the ability to model costs, interpret data and present insights clearly
Experience preparing employee communications (offer, promotion, transfer letters) with accuracy and professionalism
Strong communication and influencing skills; able to partner effectively with HR and business leaders
Experience with HRIS platforms (Workday strongly preferred), compensation and equity management tools, and advanced Excel skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with varying compensation mixes, including equity compensation, strongly preferred

Responsibilities

In collaboration with other HR team members, design, administer and ensure compliance of U.S. health and benefits plans, retirement programs, wellness initiatives and leave of absence policies
Lead annual benefits renewal, vendor RFPs and plan design changes in partnership with brokers and consultants to optimize cost, value and employee experience
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations (ERISA, ACA, COBRA, FMLA, HIPAA)
Drive communication and education efforts to enhance employee understanding and engagement with Lincoln’s benefits offerings
Partner with global HR teams to maintain alignment and share best practices across regions
Administer and support the firm’s compensation programs, including base salary structures, annual bonus plans and partner compensation programs
Coordinate and manage the annual compensation and bonus cycle, ensuring accurate data, compliance with deferral schedules and timely delivery of employee compensation
Conduct market benchmarking, pay equity analyses and job evaluations to inform compensation decisions and maintain competitive positioning for new roles and current employees
Partner with Talent Business Partners and leaders to create and provide guidance on internal promotion letters, transfer letters and other employment-related documents
Prepare and manage compensation-related employee documentation, including Total Rewards Statements and Compensation Acknowledgement Forms
Partner with Finance on global compensation reporting, forecasting and budgeting
Monitor market trends and regulatory changes in compensation and benefits to keep programs current and competitive
Develop reporting, dashboards and analytics to provide actionable insights on workforce cost, pay equity and rewards effectiveness
Serve as subject-matter expert for HRIS reporting related to compensation and benefits
Maintain strong governance and documentation for all total rewards programs, ensuring accuracy, compliance and operational excellence
Other duties as assigned based on business need (e.g., supporting projects, etc.)